AI Foundations for the Workplace (Beginner Workshop)
A facilitated pilot workshop hosted by Career Pass
Venue
Career Pass – Parow Industria
Cape Town
Date
Saturday
14th of March 2026
Time
09:00 – 13:00
Tea & Coffee to be served
Pilot Workshop Fee
R750 per participant
Why This Workshop Exists
- Career starters
- Entry-level professionals
- Admin, operations, and support staff
- Team members exposed to AI tools at work
- Anyone curious about AI but unsure where to begin
What You’ll Learn
- What AI is — and what it isn’t
- Where AI already appears in everyday work
- How AI supports thinking and productivity (not replaces it)
- Common misunderstandings and risks
- Responsible and ethical use at work
- What should never be automated
- How to approach AI with confidence rather than fear
What This Session Is (and Isn’t)
- A guided, beginner-friendly introduction
- Practical and discussion-based
- Focused on judgement and responsibility
- Designed for real workplace contexts
- A technical or coding course
- Tool-specific training
- A certification programme
- A productivity “hack” session
Workshop Format
- Duration: 4 hours
- In-person, facilitated
- Small group (max 20 participants)
- Discussion, examples, and guided reflection
- Phones and laptops welcome (not required)
Ryan Jacobs
Ryan Jacobs is the founder of New Oaks College, an independent learning initiative focused on helping people think clearly, responsibly, and confidently in modern workplaces.
His work centres on work readiness, judgement, and human decision-making — particularly in environments where technology is changing faster than shared understanding.
Through New Oaks College and related programmes, Ryan facilitates learning experiences that prioritise clarity over complexity and understanding over hype. His approach to AI reflects this philosophy: treating it not as a technical skill to master, but as a workplace reality that requires thoughtful, human judgement.
This beginner workshop forms part of that broader commitment to making emerging technologies accessible, understandable, and responsibly used.
Why This Workshop Exists
Many people feel pressure to “keep up” with AI without ever being given space to understand it properly. This workshop exists to create that space — without judgement, pressure, or unrealistic expectations. It forms part of Career Pass’s broader commitment to work readiness and practical literacy.
Important Notes
- This is a beginner-level workshop
- It is not accredited
- It is designed as a practical introduction
- Spaces are intentionally limited
- Payment confirms your place